1981 Renault 9 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1436 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2893 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
