1981 Renault 9 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 604 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 9 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
