1994 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 19 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 125 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
