1977 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 21 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Clio |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
