1982 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Toyota Corolla is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Corolla (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 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 (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 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 1982 Honda Civic. 1992 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1982 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1982 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 1992 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
