1986 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 460 kg more than 1986 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
