1981 Renault 9 vs. 1994 Rover 400
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 13 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1994 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 9 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
