1992 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 20 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 689 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 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | G37 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |