1981 Renault 9 vs. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback Sport weights approximately 600 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 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2006 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 9 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
