1978 Renault 4 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 991 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2776 mm |
