2000 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 1974 Toyota Corona 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 1974 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic. 1974 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2000 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |