1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Ford Vedette weights approximately 213 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, 1951 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1951 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Ford Vedette | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Vedette | 9 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
