1981 Renault 9 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 585 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 9 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
