2009 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2320 mm |