1986 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 26 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 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, 2012 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Duster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1822 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2673 mm |
