2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 934 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 Ford Crown Victoria (343 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Crown Victoria | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2490 mm |
