1981 Renault 14 vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (36 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 14 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo. (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 14 | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 14 | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 1218 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
