1981 Renault 9 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avanza (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avanza should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avanza weights approximately 214 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 Toyota Avanza (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 9 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
