1990 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 21 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 42 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Duster weights approximately 174 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Duster |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2673 mm |