1978 Renault 4 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Previa is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Previa weights approximately 915 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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Renault 4 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Previa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |