2002 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Model F weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic.
Because 1989 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 1989 Toyota Model F. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F. 1989 Toyota Model F has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1989 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Model F |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
