2002 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Renault 18
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 425 kg more than 1985 Renault 18. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1985 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 18 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
