2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 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 6,057 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 982 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 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6057 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2490 mm |
