1978 Renault 4 vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 19 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 200 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 200 weights approximately 545 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, 1997 Rover 200 (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
