1991 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord 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 28 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord.
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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 2004 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
