1982 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 745 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Murano |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 82 L |
