1994 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 19 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 607 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 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic. 2013 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | GT-R |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |