2007 Ford Focus vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 26 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 451 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, 2007 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
