1980 BMW 725 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 725 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 725 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
