2005 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Renault 5
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 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 818 kg more than 1973 Renault 5. 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, 2005 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1973 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1533 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
