1990 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 15 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), 2005 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 142 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
