1981 Renault 4 vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 4 | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 4 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
