1979 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2008 Renault Laguna is newer by 29 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Laguna weights approximately 525 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, 2008 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2008 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
