1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 14 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 630 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Step Wagon | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
