1990 Peugeot 505 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 285 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 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Peugeot 505 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 505 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
