1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 695 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 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Thunderbird | 9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
