2009 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Renault 4
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 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 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 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 469 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. 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 (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1976 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1976 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
