1982 Renault 9 vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1982 Renault 9 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P4 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Rover P4 (188 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 9 | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 9 | P4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
