1988 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Renault 19 is newer by 2 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Civic weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Renault 19. 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, 1988 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 19 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
