1980 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Renault 11.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 11 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
