1977 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 23 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 660 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Primera |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
