1999 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 350Z (358 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
