1986 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Toyota MR2. 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | MR2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |