1981 Honda Accord vs. 1952 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Renown. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Triumph Renown weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Triumph Renown (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1952 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Accord | Renown |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
