1984 Renault 4 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 4 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2370 mm |
