1980 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. Both 1980 Toyota Sprinter and 2005 Honda Civic are equipped with a 1,588 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 139 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Sprinter | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
