1987 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 18 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 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 801 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 2005 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Highlander (224 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Highlander |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 224 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1701 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |