1984 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 600 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 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Testarossa | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 386 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
