1987 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic 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 51 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 40 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, 1987 Honda Civic (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 1988 Renault 19 has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Renault 19 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 19 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
