1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 416 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 Ford Mondeo (160 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
