1987 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2011 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Camry (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Camry weights approximately 580 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.
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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2011 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Camry |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |