1999 Nissan Primera vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 134 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Honda Civic (172 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Primera | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Primera | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1294 kg |
