2008 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corona. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corona. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1831 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
