1978 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 2010 Renault Laguna has automatic transmission and 1978 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1978 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1601 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
