2004 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 779 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |