2009 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 180 kg more than 1976 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Corona 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 1976 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Corona. 1976 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1976 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |