2009 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Nissan Santana
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 Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 123 kg more than 1990 Nissan Santana. 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 Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Santana 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 Santana | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Santana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
