1990 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 21 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2011 Infiniti M 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. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | M |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |