1977 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Xterra (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 905 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.
Because 2000 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Xterra 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, 2000 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
