1981 Renault 9 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 440 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 9 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |
