1979 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 25 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
