2004 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Celica weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1986 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 1986 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (172 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
