1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Celica (148 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Celica weights approximately 92 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Celica (182 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
