1986 Renault Super 5 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Civic weights approximately 491 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Renault Super 5 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Super 5 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1186 kg |
