2005 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault 21 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1986 Renault 21 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | 21 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |