2009 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 266 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
