2005 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 19 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
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, 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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica. 1986 Toyota Celica 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. 1986 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |