1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1995 Ford Mondeo 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 314 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, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Mondeo. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2490 mm |
