1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 18 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1041 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Odyssey | 9 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |