1981 Renault 9 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (159 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 530 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Renault | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 9 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |
