2008 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Renault 25
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Renault 25. 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 (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1990 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
