2000 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 23.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |