2004 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 8 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1983 Toyota Celica 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 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Celica |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |