1984 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 400 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Duster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2673 mm |
