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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 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 854 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 (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 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 | 5700 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
