1976 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Laguna (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 520 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. 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, 1996 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Accord | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Laguna |
Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |