1986 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 25 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 580 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, 2011 Toyota Camry (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Camry |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |