1981 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 12 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 685 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
