1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1992 Ford Fiesta 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 54 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 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fiesta | 9 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |