2000 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina 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 23 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |