1972 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1306 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Quest |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1971 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3000 mm |