2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 776 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 Grand Caravan (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
