1993 Honda Accord vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (47 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 475 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. 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, 1993 Honda Accord (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
