2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 60 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Expedition | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2490 mm |
