1977 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1986 Renault Rodeo is newer by 9 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, 1977 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 210 kg more than 1986 Renault Rodeo. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Rodeo. (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1986 Renault Rodeo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
