1994 Renault 19 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 104 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
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 (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 19 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
