2006 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 823 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Super 5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |