1975 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP) has 481 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1059 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 GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic. 2012 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 530 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
