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, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 25 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 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. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 1799 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
