2008 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |