1981 Renault 9 vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 31 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Ka (68 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 9 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |
