1999 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2012 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Duster. (148 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Duster. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2673 mm |