1997 Ford Puma vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1997 Ford Puma is newer by 16 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, 1997 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Puma weights approximately 104 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, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Puma | 9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
