1978 Renault 4 vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 489 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 4 | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Renault | Rover |
Model | 4 | 200 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |