1982 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 25 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic. 2007 Toyota Tundra 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. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Civic | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Tundra |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |