2000 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Primera (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 114 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. 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 (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Primera |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |