2005 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 74 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.
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, 1992 Renault 19 (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
