1978 Renault 4 vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
