1989 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Xterra |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |