1988 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 25 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 984 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic. 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3246 mm |