2008 BMW 320 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 27 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 774 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Renault |
| Model | 320 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
