1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW Z3 weights approximately 315 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 BMW Z3 (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | Z3 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 38 L |
