1982 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1982 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 15 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 15 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
