2008 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
