2007 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 478 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.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
