1982 Renault 9 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 495 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 9 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
