2006 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
