1981 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 26 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, 2007 Renault Megane (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Renault Megane (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 2007 Renault Megane has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Megane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
