1981 Renault 9 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 21 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 670 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | 9 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
