1994 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 585 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | 350Z |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |