1977 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1980 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 5 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Renault 5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Renault 5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Renault 5 (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
