2001 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (183 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Model F weights approximately 260 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Model F |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
