1992 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 15 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 320 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2007 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
