1992 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 11 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), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
