1991 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 18 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2449 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |