1999 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 495 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (157 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Crown |
Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 157 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |