2005 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (72 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1100 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
