1976 Ford Thunderbird 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 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 705 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 Ford Thunderbird (317 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Thunderbird | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Thunderbird | 9 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
