2005 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 545 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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, 2005 Honda Civic (160 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
