1977 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 73 L |
