1986 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2001 Toyota Prius is newer by 15 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Prius. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Prius weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Prius. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Prius. 2001 Toyota Prius has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Prius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Prius |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
