1994 Toyota Lexcen vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1994 Toyota Lexcen 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 1994 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic, 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, 1994 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Lexcen | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Lexcen | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
