2007 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 512 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Accord | 9 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2353 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |