1979 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 924 (208 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 924 weights approximately 319 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 Porsche 924 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Porsche 924 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 924 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 38 L |
