2000 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 10 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |