1982 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2009 Renault Twingo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Twingo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1982 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, 2009 Renault Twingo (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2009 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |
