1984 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1986 Nissan Stanza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 136 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Stanza (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
