1997 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (201 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |