1979 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sentra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Sentra (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1979 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, 1999 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 1999 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Sentra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 85 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2440 mm |