1994 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 556 kg more than 1994 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Avensis |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |