2009 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 1 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |