2003 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 22 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 230 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, 2003 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Prizm | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Prizm | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
