1979 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 560 kg more than 1979 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 Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Safrane |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |