1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 1988 Renault 4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 615 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S 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 Mercedes-Benz 170S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Mercedes-Benz 170S (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | 1988 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 170S | 4 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
