1999 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 485 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
