1986 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 24 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 451 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, 2010 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2010 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1791 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2685 mm |
