1981 Renault 9 vs. 2010 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Actyon 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 916 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 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2010 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 9 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 75 L |
