1978 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Renault 9
To start off, 1987 Renault 9 is newer by 9 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1987 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |
