1978 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 847 kg more than 1978 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Previa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2900 mm |