1988 Renault 4 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 20 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Auris (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 600 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Auris (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 4 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 4 | Auris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
