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 1,588 cc, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 405 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 7 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 | 1339 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2340 mm |
