2007 Honda Civic vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 357 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
