1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser vs. 2010 Honda Civic

To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser would be higher. At 4,500 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (212 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser weights approximately 302 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser 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, 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser (373 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (188 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Toyota Retro Cruiser 2010 Honda Civic
Make Toyota Honda
Model Retro Cruiser Civic
Year Released 1999 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4500 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 212 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 7800 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 188 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1615 kg 1313 kg
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 50 L