2005 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
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 Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 995 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |
