1988 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 12 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 12 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
