1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4.
Because 1968 Holden Brougham 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 1968 Holden Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Brougham | 4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |