1980 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 31 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1980 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1980 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2011 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |