1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 1970 Renault 4
To start off, both 1970 Marcos 2 Litres and 1970 Renault 4 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Renault 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Marcos 2 Litres should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Marcos 2 Litres weights approximately 205 kg more than 1970 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Marcos 2 Litres 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 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 1970 Renault 4 | |
Make | Marcos | Renault |
Model | 2 Litres | 4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |