1981 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 558 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 Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 9 | Jetta |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2578 mm |