1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 764 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 Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
