1994 Peugeot 106 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 106 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (100 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Peugeot 106 (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 106 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 106 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
