1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 15 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 651 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Camaro | 9 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |