1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 85 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | 9 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 38 L |
