1978 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Renault 19 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 19 weights approximately 262 kg more than 1978 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, 1990 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 19 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
