1984 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 23 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (158 HP) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Nissan Altima (220 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Altima |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
