2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 405 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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti QX56 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Infiniti | Renault |
Model | QX56 | 9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 38 L |