1987 Chrysler TC vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1987 Chrysler TC is newer by 6 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler TC (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler TC weights approximately 568 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, 1987 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | TC | 9 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
