1990 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Renault Laguna
To start off, both 1990 Honda Civic and 1990 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Renault Laguna. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 21 kg more than 1990 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault Laguna is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Renault Laguna. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Renault Laguna (181 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 1990 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 1990 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1990 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Laguna |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 181 Nm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1005 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |