1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Crown (115 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Crown weights approximately 152 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 1984 Toyota Crown 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 1984 Toyota Crown. 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, 1984 Toyota Crown (172 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 1984 Toyota Crown 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 | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic Del Sol | Crown |
Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2700 mm |