1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 865 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, 1976 Chevrolet Caprice (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | 9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
