1985 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 27 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Honda Accord (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Honda Accord (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Duster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |