1999 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra is newer by 2 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Supra (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Supra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Supra 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 2001 Toyota Supra. 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, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra. 2001 Toyota Supra has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Supra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Supra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 88 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |