2000 Acura Integra vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 19 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 310 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, 2000 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | Integra | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
