1977 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 26 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 450 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
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, 2003 Renault Megane (192 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2003 Renault Megane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Megane |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 38 L |