1992 Renault Alpine vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Alpine weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Renault Alpine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault Alpine | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Alpine | Civic |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |