2008 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 391 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
