1975 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 37 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1247 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 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Frontier |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1922 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3200 mm |