1993 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1993 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 12 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1576 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, 1993 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Bentley Brooklands | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Bentley | Renault |
| Model | Brooklands | 9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 38 L |
