2009 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 105 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Celica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |