1981 Renault 9 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 3 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, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 9 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
