1982 Renault 9 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 18 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 935 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 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 9 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 9 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
