2001 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 129 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
