1990 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 69 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | 19 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |