1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 985 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 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | 9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
