1989 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 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, 2008 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2008 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
