1996 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Renault Espider
To start off, 1998 Renault Espider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Renault Espider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Espider (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Espider should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Renault Espider (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (138 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Espider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1998 Renault Espider has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Espider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1998 Renault Espider | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Espider |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
