2008 Honda Civic vs. 1972 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,815 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 170 kg more than 1972 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1972 Nissan Laurel (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 1972 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Laurel |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |