1979 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 25 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 961 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |