1998 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
