2009 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 1983 Toyota Crown 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 1983 Toyota Crown. 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, 1983 Toyota Crown (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1983 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Crown |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |