2005 Opel Agila vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 9 (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 75 kg more than 1982 Renault 9.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Renault 9 (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1982 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Agila | 9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
