1979 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 730 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic. 2003 Toyota Previa has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Previa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Previa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 157 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2900 mm |