1984 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota MR2 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
