1981 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, both 1981 Mercedes-Benz G and 1981 Renault 9 were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1110 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mercedes-Benz G | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | G | 9 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
