2004 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 96 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (149 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Camry |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1830 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 141 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |