1982 Renault 9 vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, both 1982 Renault 9 and 1982 Ford Meteor were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Meteor (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Meteor weights approximately 20 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Ford Meteor (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9. 1982 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1982 Renault 9 has manual transmission. 1982 Renault 9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Renault 9 | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Renault | Ford |
Model | 9 | Meteor |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |