2009 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Renault 30
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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, 2009 Honda Accord (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. 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 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1975 Renault 30 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 30 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 199 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
