2004 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 325 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corolla 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 1981 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Civic (153 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 105 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |