1984 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Hardbody (141 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 829 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hardbody (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Hardbody 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 Hardbody | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Hardbody |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |