1991 Renault Express vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 830 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Express | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
