2008 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 761 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Super 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |