1979 Renault 4 vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 31 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 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 835 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.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Renault 4 | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | 4 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 955 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 62 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3090 mm |