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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 6000 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 294 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
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 | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |