1988 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2004 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2004 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic. 2004 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2004 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Quest |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
