1993 BMW 518 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1993 BMW 518 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 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 BMW 518 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 518 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 518 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 518 weights approximately 254 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 BMW 518 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 518 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1993 BMW 518 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 518 | 9 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |