1978 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 25 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 34 L |