2003 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. (79 HP @ 2200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Honda Civic.
Because 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 1975 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
