2000 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 249 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
