1992 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 1978 Toyota Corona 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 1978 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |