1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 27 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 16 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Clio |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |