1998 Honda Accord vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 512 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, 1998 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, 1998 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 134 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
