2007 Honda FR-V vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 25 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 721 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | FR-V | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
