1981 Renault 9 vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 14 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault 19 weights approximately 239 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, 1995 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 9 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
