1985 Renault 5 vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 739 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 5 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
