1992 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 19 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 289 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Civic | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
