1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 5 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), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 250 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 954 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | V8 Volante | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 38 L |
