2006 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Crown weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Crown. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1980 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
