1977 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | 9 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2490 mm |