1981 Renault 9 vs. 1980 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (73 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Jetta.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volkswagen Jetta (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1980 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
