1986 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 5 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |
