1977 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 7 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 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (123 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 270 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.
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, 1984 Renault 25 (182 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 25 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
