1987 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1987 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 18 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 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, 1984 Renault 18 (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 18 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
