2006 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |