1988 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 573 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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 (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 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:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 19 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
