1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 470 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | W 110 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |
