1987 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 170 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, 2006 Renault Clio (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2006 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Clio |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |