2001 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Toyota MR-S
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota MR-S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota MR-S would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Toyota MR-S. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota MR-S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota MR-S weights approximately 124 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 Toyota MR-S 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 1999 Toyota MR-S. 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, 1999 Toyota MR-S (176 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1999 Toyota MR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1999 Toyota MR-S | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | MR-S |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
