1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 540 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 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | Mondial | 9 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 38 L |
