1992 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Xterra is newer by 15 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 240 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.
Because 2007 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2007 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Xterra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |