1981 Renault 9 vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 155 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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 9 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |
