1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 1988 Renault 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Dodge Aspen 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 1976 Dodge Aspen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1988 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Aspen | 4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
