1988 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 19 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
