1990 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Camry weights approximately 224 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |