2009 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 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 (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 561 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Civic | GT1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |