2000 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Civic | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
