1990 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 126 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | GT1 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |