1981 Renault 9 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 283 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 700 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 9 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 67 L |
