1981 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 334 kg more than 1981 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Celica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
