2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1990 Renault 4
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1990 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 766 kg more than 1990 Renault 4. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 4. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1990 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1990 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Odyssey | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
