1986 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 890 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.
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 Ipsum (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum 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 Ipsum | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Ipsum |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 88.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |