1980 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Logan
To start off, 2006 Renault Logan is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Logan weights approximately 270 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 Renault Logan (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2006 Renault Logan | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Logan |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |