1993 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 285 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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 (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (181 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Accord | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 19 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
