1981 Renault 9 vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 449 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 Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 9 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2720 mm |
