1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJ6 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 38 L |
