1979 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2009 Renault Scenic is newer by 30 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), 2009 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Scenic (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Scenic weights approximately 325 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, 2009 Renault Scenic (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
