1983 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Lagonda | 9 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 38 L |
