2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 24 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (149 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Mondeo (374 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mondeo | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |
