1986 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 226 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 1986 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1216 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
