1981 Renault 9 vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Lapin 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 9 | Lapin |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
