1999 GMC Safari vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari 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 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 1049 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Safari | 9 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |