2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Mobilio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 400 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 Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
