2009 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti G20 (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. 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, 1991 Infiniti G20 (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1991 Infiniti G20 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | G20 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |