2005 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 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 (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 566 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2560 mm |
