1988 Renault 4 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 965 kg more than 1988 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Microbus 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 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2002 Volkswagen Microbus (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Microbus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 4 | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 4 | Microbus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
