1997 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (478 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 272 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic. 2009 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | GT-R |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |