1986 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 19 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1368 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3040 mm |
