2004 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Renault 25. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 288 kg more than 1988 Renault 25. 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, 1988 Renault 25 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
