2006 Land Rover Defender vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Defender 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 494 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Defender | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
