1992 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 102 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Note |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 46 L |
