1978 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1993 Renault Twingo is newer by 15 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 31 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1993 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 66 L |
