1992 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 13 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), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 552 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
