1996 Toyota Cresta vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Cresta weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta 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 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Toyota Cresta (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Cresta | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Toyota | Honda |
Model | Cresta | Civic |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |