1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Livina (108 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 211 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. 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, 2012 Nissan Livina (153 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic Del Sol | Livina |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 133 Nm | 153 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |