1998 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Stanza (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 15 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
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, 1981 Nissan Stanza (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Stanza |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |