1981 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Getz 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Getz (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 414 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 Hyundai Getz (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2010 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | 9 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |
