1986 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 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 2,918 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 814 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 Jaguar XJ6 (239 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Jaguar XJ6 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | XJ6 | 9 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2918 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |