1986 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1400 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 Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2004 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
