1983 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2002 Nissan Sentra is newer by 19 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Sentra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 500 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Nissan Sentra (245 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2002 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Sentra |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 245 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |