2001 Dodge Stratus vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2001 Dodge Stratus 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Stratus (200 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 620 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 Dodge Stratus (263 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Stratus | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Stratus | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
