1984 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (104 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 90 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
