1978 Renault 4 vs. 1992 Volvo 460
To start off, 1992 Volvo 460 is newer by 14 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 460 weights approximately 335 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, 1992 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1992 Volvo 460 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 4 | 460 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
