1977 Toyota Carina vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 159 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Carina | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Carina | Civic |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |