1998 Buick Signia vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 17 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 834 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Signia | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
