1971 Renault 12 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1971 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 569 kg more than 1971 Renault 12. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 12 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 12 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |
