2000 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Celica 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 1986 Toyota Celica. 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |