1981 Renault 9 vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 19 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 300 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 9 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
