1979 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 33 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1156 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Frontier |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |