1990 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1990 Audi 100 is newer by 9 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 100 (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 100 weights approximately 184 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, 1990 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 100 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | 100 | 9 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |