1975 Honda Civic vs. 1987 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Vanette (60 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 785 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan Vanette 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 1987 Nissan Vanette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1987 Nissan Vanette (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1987 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2080 mm |
