2009 Mazda 5 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 5 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
