2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 762 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 Jaguar S-Type (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | S-Type | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
