1982 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1982 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 12 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 26 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Renault 12. 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, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 12 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| 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 | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
