1990 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Renault Megane is newer by 16 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 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 2006 Renault Megane. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Megane weights approximately 352 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, 2006 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Megane |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1869 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |