2000 Audi TT vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 19 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (170 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi TT weights approximately 420 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, 2000 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | TT | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
