2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2002 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 21 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1045 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, 2002 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | QX4 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
