1981 Renault 9 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 210 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | 9 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
