2009 Honda Accord vs. 1969 Renault 12
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (113 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 531 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1969 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 89 L |
