1990 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 36 kg more than 1990 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | 19 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |