1977 Renault 14 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 14 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1977 Renault 14. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1977 Renault 14. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 14. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 14.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 14 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | 14 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
