1981 Renault 9 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 32 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Insight (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 335 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | 9 | Insight |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4377 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 |