1986 Honda Civic vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan President weights approximately 705 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1970 Nissan President 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 1970 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1970 Nissan President (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1970 Nissan President | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | President |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
