2004 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 475 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
