1984 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1991 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 160 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. 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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Carina |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
