1975 Honda Z vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 9 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1975 Honda Z. 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, 1982 Renault 9 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Z | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Z | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
