2009 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
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 Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 385 kg more than 1983 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Model F |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |