1992 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1992 Honda Accord is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 750 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 4 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
