1979 Renault 4 vs. 2008 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Rover 25 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 25 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 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, 2008 Rover 25 (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 4 | 2008 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
