1979 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Renault Racoon
To start off, 1992 Renault Racoon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Renault Racoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Renault Racoon. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Racoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Racoon weights approximately 75 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord.
Because 1992 Renault Racoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault Racoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Racoon. (107 Nm). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Racoon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 1992 Renault Racoon | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Racoon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
