1990 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 13 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (80 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 194 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, 2003 Renault Megane (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Megane |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.8:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 168 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 | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |