1973 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 909 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda Civic | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Frontier |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 274 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |