1999 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 12 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 448 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | 370Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |