1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 11 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1025 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Cadillac Brougham | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Brougham | 9 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2490 mm |
