1984 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 26 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1080 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1984 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1984 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 266 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
