2008 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Sera. (108 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Sera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 374 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Sera |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |