2000 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 90 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |