1996 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Infiniti I
To start off, 1999 Infiniti I is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1999 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1999 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Civic | I |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
