2005 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 125 kg more than 1989 Renault 25.
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, 1989 Renault 25 (158 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 1989 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1989 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
