1979 Renault 4 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 34 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1979 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 1185 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 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Renault 4 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Renault | Jaguar |
| Model | 4 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 955 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2909 mm |
