1995 Audi A8 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 14 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 739 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, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A8 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
