1981 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 1235 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 9 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
