1998 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 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, 1998 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Civic | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
