2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 505 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 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
