1981 Renault 9 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 613 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 9 | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
