1990 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 42 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Yaris |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 79.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |