1986 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 22 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 640 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.
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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Altima |
Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2780 mm |