1987 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 15 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 1971 Renault 15 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | 15 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2440 mm |