1984 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 29 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa.
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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Versa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2600 mm |
