1981 Renault 9 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 31 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 390 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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 9 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 98 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
