2008 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 64 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Celica 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 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Celica |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |