1981 Renault 9 vs. 1966 Renault 10
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1966 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 9 | 10 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
