1981 Renault 9 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 334 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, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 9 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
