1996 Lexus ES vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Lexus ES 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 624 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 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus ES | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | ES | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
