1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 211 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2490 mm |
