1981 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2009 Renault Sandero is newer by 28 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, 2009 Renault Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Sandero should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Sandero weights approximately 221 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, 2009 Renault Sandero (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Sandero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2009 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
