2003 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 270 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. 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, 2003 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Express |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
