1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 45 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, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | GT 40 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 38 L |
