2008 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1979 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 389 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1979 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
