1995 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1989 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 423 kg more than 1989 Renault 4. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
