1980 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2012 Nissan Armada is newer by 32 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1597 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 2012 Nissan Armada 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 2012 Nissan Armada. 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, 2012 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic. 2012 Nissan Armada 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. 2012 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2012 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Armada |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2382 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3129 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |