2009 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 98 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |