1992 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1044 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 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Caprice | 9 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |