1992 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Renault Twingo

To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (63 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 355 kg more than 2010 Renault Twingo. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Honda Accord 2010 Renault Twingo
Make Honda Renault
Model Accord Twingo
Year Released 1992 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 1459 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 160 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3610 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2370 mm


 

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