2007 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Alpine (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
