1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (83 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 468 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 (157 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 220 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
