2007 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Renault Spider
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Spider (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 275 kg more than 1995 Renault Spider.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Spider. 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, 1995 Renault Spider (186 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1995 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1995 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 115 L |
