2005 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 378 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.
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, 1992 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
