1994 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2008 Renault Trafic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord 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 14 more horse power than 2008 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Trafic weights approximately 625 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (173 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 2008 Renault Trafic | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Trafic |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |