1982 Renault 9 vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea is newer by 28 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Altea weights approximately 342 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, 2010 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9. 2010 Seat Altea 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. 2010 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 9 | 2010 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | 9 | Altea |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
