2007 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1983 Nissan Prairie. 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, 2007 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Prairie. (122 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1983 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
