1978 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 35 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (184 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1067 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Highlander |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2790 mm |