1996 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hilux (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (428 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 915 kg |
