2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 2 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 2 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
