1992 Nissan Pintara vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Pintara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Pintara would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 1992 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Nissan Pintara | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Pintara | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
