1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1980 Renault 4
To start off, 1980 Renault 4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1980 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 4. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1980 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
