2005 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 38 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 236 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
