1996 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Nissan Sunny. 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, 1996 Honda Civic (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1986 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
