2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 785 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Dakota | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2490 mm |
