1988 Renault 25 vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (99 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25.
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 (181 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 25 | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 25 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
