2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 790 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 Chrysler Grand Voyager (227 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Grand Voyager | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
