1996 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Accord (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 585 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Renault 10 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 1966 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 10 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
