2001 GMC Safari vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1040 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 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Safari | 9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
