2006 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 353 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Celica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
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 | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |