1981 Renault 9 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,771 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 444 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 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
