2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1982 Renault 9
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 24 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1226 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Renault 9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1982 Renault 9 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Range Rover Sport | 9 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |