1979 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 270 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |