2005 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 445 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |