2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 28 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 204 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tahoe | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
