1992 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 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 1,785 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 434 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.
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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |