1981 Renault 4 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 625 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. 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, 2010 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4. 2010 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1981 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1981 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 4 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
