1986 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 10 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 815 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |