2009 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 491 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 15 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
