1975 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Renault 25
To start off, 1991 Renault 25 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault 25 (102 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault 25 weights approximately 467 kg more than 1975 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 Renault 25 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1991 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 25 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
