1975 Mini Clubman vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mini Clubman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mini Clubman 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 16 more horse power than 1975 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1975 Mini Clubman. 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 @ 2250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mini Clubman. (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mini Clubman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mini Clubman | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mini | Renault |
| Model | Clubman | 9 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3180 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
