2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 674 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 Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Five Hundred | 9 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2490 mm |