1973 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Renault 21
To start off, 1988 Renault 21 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 21 (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 21 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 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, 1988 Renault 21 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1988 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 21 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2820 mm |
