1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lamborghini Countach weights approximately 294 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, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Countach | 9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 374 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
