1977 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 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, 1985 Renault 25 (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 25 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 34 L |
