2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 25 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1566 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2490 mm |
