1986 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2004 Toyota MR2 is newer by 18 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 165 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 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Toyota MR2 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | MR2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |