2005 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 21 weights approximately 25 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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
