1983 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1999 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 840 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 1999 Nissan Terrano II has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Terrano II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |
