1981 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 9 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2613 mm |
