1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1986 Renault 9
To start off, both 1986 Ferrari 208 and 1986 Renault 9 were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (217 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1986 Renault 9. (47 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1986 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1986 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 208 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
