1984 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Primera 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Primera (137 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Primera weights approximately 344 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.
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 Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Primera 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 Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Primera |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 137 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2690 mm |