1990 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 404 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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 Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Armada |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
