2008 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 510 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 1993 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Bandeirante has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Bandeirante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1993 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |