1989 Ford Laser vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 8 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Laser | 9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
