2005 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corona. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Corona weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1977 Toyota Corona 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 1977 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corona. 1977 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |