1957 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 924 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, 1957 Jaguar MK VIII (283 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar MK VIII | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | MK VIII | 9 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |
