2004 Honda Insight vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 9 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 9 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Insight | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Insight | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
