1979 Peugeot 505 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 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,165 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (130 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 505 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 Peugeot 505 (180 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Peugeot 505 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 505 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
