1989 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Renault Siete
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 339 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. 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, 1989 Honda Accord (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 1978 Renault Siete | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | Siete |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1037 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |