2009 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 103 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. 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, 1990 Nissan Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Presea |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |