1978 Renault 4 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 35 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 1035 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.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | 4 | M |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
