1981 Renault 9 vs. 2005 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 24 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Magnus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (129 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Magnus should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 648 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, 2005 Daewoo Magnus (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Magnus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2005 Daewoo Magnus | |
| Make | Renault | Daewoo |
| Model | 9 | Magnus |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
