1994 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 367 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Renault 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Renault 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Honda Accord (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
