1985 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 255 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord.
Because 2007 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 Kangoo (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 147 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
