1994 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 14 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Micra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
