1981 Renault 9 vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 510 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 9 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
