2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 23 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 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 884 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | CTS | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
