1980 Holden Commodore 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 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Commodore (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Commodore weights approximately 305 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, 1980 Holden Commodore (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Commodore | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
