1981 Renault 9 vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Forester weights approximately 494 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 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 9 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
