1961 Renault 4 vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1961 Renault 4. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1961 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (216 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault 4. (51 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault 4 | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | 4 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 601 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 51 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 110 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
