1987 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1992 Toyota MR2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota MR2 (154 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota MR2 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 1992 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1992 Toyota MR2 (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | MR2 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |