1974 Renault 5 vs. 1989 Renault 4
To start off, 1989 Renault 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1989 Renault 4.
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 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 5 | 1989 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 5 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
