1986 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 155 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Yaris |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |