2003 Honda Avancier vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2003 Honda Avancier is newer by 22 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 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Avancier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Avancier (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Avancier should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Avancier weights approximately 714 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, 2003 Honda Avancier (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Avancier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Avancier | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Avancier | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
