2006 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19.
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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 19 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
