1987 Renault 4 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 852 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1987 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1987 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Renault 4 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 4 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2741 mm |
