1996 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 219 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 2013 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Corolla | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
