1996 Honda Today vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 9 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
