1998 Honda Accord vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 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, 1998 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 15 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
