2008 Nissan Primera vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 582 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 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Primera | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Primera | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
