1981 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 29 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1412 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, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 9 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 2318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3645 mm |
