1984 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, 2005 Scion tC is newer by 21 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 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Scion tC weights approximately 518 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, 2005 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 2005 Scion tC | |
Make | Honda | Scion |
Model | Civic | tC |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |