1986 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 594 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1494 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |