1987 Toyota Camry vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,507 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (207 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Camry | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Camry | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
