1976 Renault 4 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 430 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.
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, 1987 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 4 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 61 L |
