2001 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 20 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 553 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, 2001 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
