1999 Chrysler Viper vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1999 Chrysler Viper 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 675 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 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Viper | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Viper | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
