1994 Ford Falcon vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1994 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 629 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 Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Falcon | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
