1986 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 23 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 432 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 2009 Nissan Versa has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Versa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Versa |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2610 mm |
