2005 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 386 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Renault 5 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 1981 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1981 Renault 5 (221 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1981 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
