2006 Honda Accord vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 738 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2006 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
