2004 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 (127 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 364 kg more than 1979 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 (153 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
