1990 Renault 25 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 82 kg more than 1990 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 25 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 25 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4556 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
