1979 Renault 4 vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 457 kg more than 1979 Renault 4.
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 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 4 | 2008 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | RunX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
