2007 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 418 kg more than 1980 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
