1998 Nissan Primera vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Primera | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Primera | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
