2007 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 344 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
