1992 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |