2008 Honda Accord vs. 1982 Renault 18
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 18 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 (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 431 kg more than 1982 Renault 18. 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, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1982 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 18 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
