2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 340 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 Citroen Xsara (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | 9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
