1996 Honda Legend vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 15 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 764 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Legend | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | 9 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |