1999 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Nubira 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Nubira (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 271 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 Daewoo Nubira (181 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daewoo Nubira | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daewoo | Honda |
| Model | Nubira | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
