1986 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 26 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | NP300 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2960 mm |