1978 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 215 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1972 Renault 5 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |