2008 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 140 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
