1977 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 is newer by 5 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 9 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 240 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.
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 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Renault 9 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | 9 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |