2008 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 675 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |
