1981 Renault 9 vs. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1195 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 Chrysler Town & Country (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2011 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | 9 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
