1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 626 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Shuttle | 9 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |