2008 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 12.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1976 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
