1992 Honda Legend vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 11 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 644 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Legend | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 9 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
