1986 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 21 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 777 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3100 mm |
