1977 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1990 Renault Alpine is newer by 13 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault Alpine weights approximately 535 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.
Because 1990 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Civic | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |
