1981 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina 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 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 426 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 Nissan Grand Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Grand Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2010 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 9 | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
