1978 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Renault Laguna is newer by 21 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Laguna (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Laguna weights approximately 349 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.
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, 1999 Renault Laguna (153 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1999 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Laguna |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |