1981 Renault 9 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 503 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 Volkswagen Jetta (235 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
