1993 BMW 840 vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 1993 BMW 840 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 840 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
