2002 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 284 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. 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 (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 19 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
