1994 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1979 Honda Civic
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota RAV4 | 1979 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | RAV4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
