1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1977 Renault 4
To start off, 1977 Renault 4 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 700 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1977 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Station Wagon | 4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
