1981 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 637 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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | CC |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
