2006 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Alpine (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 570 kg more than 1992 Renault Alpine.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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, 1992 Renault Alpine (351 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1992 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
