1992 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Nissan Note
To start off, 2006 Nissan Note is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Note weights approximately 244 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2006 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Note |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
