2002 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Renault 4
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 726 kg more than 1975 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1975 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
