1988 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 2001 Toyota Altezza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic. 2001 Toyota Altezza has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Altezza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Altezza |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |