1977 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 614 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 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Jeep | 9 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
