1994 Ford Aerostar vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 13 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 609 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aerostar | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Aerostar | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |
