1981 Renault 9 vs. 2001 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2001 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Forester weights approximately 470 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, 2001 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Renault 9 | 2001 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | 9 | Forester |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |