2004 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Primera weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1996 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Primera |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2610 mm |