1994 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 2007 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa 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 Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Versa |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
