1978 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 8 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 205 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |