2004 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 253 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1993 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1993 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Laurel |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2825 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 179 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |