1986 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 555 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Avensis |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |