2007 Infiniti M vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | M | 9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
