2005 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |