1981 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 25 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RunX weights approximately 315 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, 2006 Toyota RunX (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Civic | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | RunX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |