1977 Renault 4 vs. 2011 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2011 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1656 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2011 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 4 | 2011 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
