1980 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 491 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 550 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
