1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 106 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 106 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
