2005 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 24 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 38 L |
