1996 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 275 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 11 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
