2005 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Renault 15
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 471 kg more than 1973 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 15. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1973 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
