2000 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2000 Honda Accord is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Accord (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 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, 2000 Honda Accord (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Accord | 1976 Renault 15 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 15 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |