1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 vs. 1976 Renault 4
To start off, 1976 Renault 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1976 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 1976 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | W 111 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
