1979 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 724 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, 1979 Ford Crown Victoria (263 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Crown Victoria | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Crown Victoria | 9 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |