1986 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Be Bop weights approximately 410 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Be Bop |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |