1980 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 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, 1992 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |
