1981 Renault 9 vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 462 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 9 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
