1968 Nissan President vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan President weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1968 Nissan President 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 1968 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1968 Nissan President (236 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1968 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan President | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | President | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
