1994 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 492 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
