1981 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Accord weights approximately 235 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1981 Honda Accord (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1991 Renault 4 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |