2002 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 114 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Crown |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |