1991 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (98 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 15 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
