2009 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 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 35 kg more than 1990 Renault 25.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1990 Renault 25 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | 25 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |