1981 Renault 9 vs. 2013 Acura ILX
To start off, 2013 Acura ILX is newer by 32 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ILX (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ILX should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ILX weights approximately 441 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, 2013 Acura ILX (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ILX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2013 Acura ILX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | 9 | ILX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.8 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1794 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
