1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 949 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Renault 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1991 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1991 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
