1977 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1994 Nissan Sentra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Sentra (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 336 kg more than 1977 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, 1994 Nissan Sentra (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 1994 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Sentra |
Year Released | 1977 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |