1981 Renault 9 vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1014 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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Renault | Tata |
| Model | 9 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
