1988 Renault 25 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2011 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, 1988 Renault 25 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 25 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2847 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
