1996 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 13 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 330 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, 2009 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 2009 Nissan Versa 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. 2009 Nissan Versa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Versa |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |