1986 BMW 325 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1986 BMW 325 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 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 300 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 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 325 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
