1978 Renault 4 vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1983 Ford Meteor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Meteor weights approximately 225 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 1983 Ford Meteor has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Ford Meteor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | 4 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
