2000 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |