2009 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Renault 20
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 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 20 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1976 Renault 20. (97 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 787 kg more than 1976 Renault 20. 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 (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 20. (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1976 Renault 20 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 20 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1645 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
