2008 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Renault Siete
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Renault Siete. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Siete.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault Siete. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1981 Renault Siete | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Siete |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 340 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |