1977 AMC Matador vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 AMC Matador would be higher. At 4,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 AMC Matador (120 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 AMC Matador weights approximately 955 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, 1977 AMC Matador (298 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 AMC Matador | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | AMC | Renault |
| Model | Matador | 9 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4982 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1861 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
