2008 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1984 Renault 25 has manual transmission. 1984 Renault 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
