1981 Renault 9 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 17 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1564 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Renault 9 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Renault Toyota
Model 9 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1981 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1721 cc 4164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 441 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.5 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Vehicle Weight 906 kg 2470 kg
Vehicle Length 4070 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2860 mm


 

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