1981 Renault 9 vs. 2012 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Altima weights approximately 536 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2012 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 9 | Altima |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2776 mm |
