1983 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Corolla (78 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 345 kg more than 1983 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, 2002 Toyota Corolla (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |