1999 Bugatti EB 218 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is newer by 18 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti EB 218 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (544 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 218 weights approximately 1264 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, 1999 Bugatti EB 218 (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 218 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 218 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | EB 218 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2490 mm |
