1979 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan is newer by 30 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan 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, 2009 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic. 2009 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 2009 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Titan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 317 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |