2009 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,847 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (152 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 360 kg more than 1988 Renault 25.
Because 2009 Honda Civic is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (240 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 25 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
