1985 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 4 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1025 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, 1985 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1985 De Tomaso Deauville | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Deauville | 9 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |