1984 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 26 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 422 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Versa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
