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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 4400 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 670 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 (285 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (218 Nm @ 1800 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 | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |