1989 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Civic | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Laguna |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |