1988 Ferrari 328 GTS vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 7 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), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 413 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, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Renault |
| Model | 328 GTS | 9 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1273 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 38 L |
