2005 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 21 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Renault 21 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Renault 21 (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
