2002 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1977 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 15 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 15 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
