2008 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Solara 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 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Civic | Solara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
