2008 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Renault 11
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault 11 (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 375 kg more than 1986 Renault 11.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Renault 11 (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1986 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 11 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
