1979 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 24 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 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (89 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Clio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 105 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 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |