1981 Renault 9 vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman weights approximately 370 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, 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2012 Mini Cooper Clubman | |
| Make | Renault | Mini |
| Model | 9 | Cooper Clubman |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2548 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
