1999 Daihatsu SP-4 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 weights approximately 55 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 Daihatsu SP-4 (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu SP-4 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | SP-4 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 659 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
