2001 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 880 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Civic | 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |