1980 Plymouth Volare 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 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Plymouth Volare (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 625 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 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Plymouth Volare | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Renault |
| Model | Volare | 9 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2490 mm |
