1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 400 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 924 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 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm). This means 1985 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 400 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
