1984 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, 2008 Renault Megane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (100 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (97 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Megane weights approximately 205 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic.
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, 1984 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2008 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Megane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
