1988 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 12 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 1,782 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 385 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, 2000 Renault Laguna (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
