2008 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 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 60 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (78 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18.
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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 1978 Renault 18 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 18 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |