2005 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
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 Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Model F weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1988 Toyota Model F 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 1988 Toyota Model F. 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 (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F. 1988 Toyota Model F 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. 1988 Toyota Model F will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Model F |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
