1987 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 23 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 2010 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2010 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Venza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |
