1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 480 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 Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Ranger | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
