1987 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 542 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
