2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 750 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
