1976 Renault 4 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 33 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1976 Renault 4. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 810 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 4 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
