1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1984 Audi Coupe is newer by 3 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Coupe weights approximately 35 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, 1984 Audi Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
