2008 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Renault 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 30 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30. 2008 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1975 Renault 30 has manual transmission. 1975 Renault 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
